Haiti: Call to protest in Port-au-Prince, March 29

Event

Various organizations have indicated their support for a call for a protest by Collective December 4 in Port-au-Prince, March 29. The demonstration has been called to denounce insecurity, particularly kidnapping. The event will reportedly start at the Place de la Constitution in the Champs de Mars at 10:00. Participants will then march in nearby streets before returning to the start site. Hundreds to thousands of people are likely to participate in the event.

Officials will likely deploy security personnel to monitor the gathering. Road travel disruptions are likely near the protest throughout the day. A shortage of road transportation services is possible if transport workers participate in the action. Clashes may occur if demonstrators engage in acts of public violence, are overly disruptive or if they ignore police orders to disperse.

Advice

Avoid all demonstrations and concentrations of security personnel. Do not attempt to drive through roadblocks or protester groups. Plan for ground travel delays, March 29. Maintain contact with your diplomatic representation.